Patchy, dense fog reported in Mid-Michigan

Patchy, dense fog could be an issue for early morning commuters Tuesday.

The National Weather Service has issued a special weather statement for Midland, Shiawassee, Saginaw and Bay, Lapeer, Sanilac, Tuscola, Huron and Genessee Counties from 5:46 a.m. to 9 a.m. A special weather statement was also issued for Clare, Gratiot and Isabella Counties from 6:15 a.m. to 9 a.m.

Areas of fog can be expected during the early morning hours with local patches of dense fog reducing the visibility to one quarter of a mile at times.

The NWS warns drivers to use caution as visibility conditions will be highly variable.